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Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain

Hidden Brain · Science · EN

Hidden Brain explores the unconscious patterns that drive human behavior, offering insights into personal growth, creativity, and relationships. Through engaging storytelling and scientific research, host Shankar Vedantam helps listeners understand themselves and others better. This podcast is...

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Nov 10, 2025 · 01:30:07
Huggy Rao discusses elements beyond passion for project success.
01:30:07
Nov 3, 2025 · 01:04:39
Psychologist Marc Berman on nature's healing effects.
01:04:39
Oct 27, 2025 · 01:11:51
Stuart Ablon on ineffective behavior modification techniques.
01:11:51
Oct 20, 2025 · 01:20:12
Antonio Pascual-Leone on navigating relationship endings.
01:20:12
Oct 13, 2025 · 01:35:36
History of marriage and its evolution with historian Stephanie Coontz.
01:35:36
Oct 6, 2025 · 01:44:22
Why trying to change partners damages relationships, discussed with James Cordova.
01:44:22
Sep 29, 2025 · 01:41:21
Challenges of long-term relationships after the initial euphoric phase.
01:41:21
Sep 22, 2025 · 00:53:25
Researcher Jennifer Tosti-Kharas explores the power and pitfalls of finding purpose-driven work
00:53:25
Sep 15, 2025 · 01:18:03
Psychology of defensiveness when receiving negative feedback.
01:18:03
Sep 8, 2025 · 00:52:59
Why our minds often work against our best interests.
00:52:59
Sep 1, 2025 · 01:37:34
Distinguishing high standards from perfectionism's unrealistic expectations.
01:37:34
Aug 25, 2025 · 00:50:13
Psychologist George Bonanno's research on trauma and resilience.
00:50:13
Aug 18, 2025 · 01:22:00
Neuroscientist Mary Helen Immordino-Yang on engagement in learning.
01:22:00
Aug 11, 2025 · 01:19:39
Psychologist Laura Carstensen on how aging improves well-being.
01:19:39
Aug 4, 2025 · 01:04:16
Neuroscientist Abigail Marsh studies the science of altruism.
01:04:16
Jul 28, 2025 · 01:17:53
Psychologist Jonathan Adler discusses how our self-told stories shape our lives.
01:17:53
Jul 21, 2025 · 00:50:11
Philosopher Massimo Pigliucci explores Stoicism beyond emotional suppression.
00:50:11
Jul 14, 2025 · 01:31:40
Psychologist Iris Mauss explains why chasing happiness can be counterproductive.
01:31:40
Jul 7, 2025 · 00:49:25
Behavioral scientist Jon Jachimowicz examines the fleeting nature of passions.
00:49:25
Jun 30, 2025 · 01:03:22
Researcher Victor Strecher explores the science of creating a meaningful life.
01:03:22

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